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Mr. Hero

5755 Granger Rd., # 200
Independence, OH 44131-1410

800 #:(800) 837-9599
Tel:(216) 398-1101
Fax:(216) 398-0707
E-Mail:[email protected]
Website:www.mrhero.com
Contact:Mr. Bob Krieger, Director Franchise Development


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Business Description

MR. HERO®, known for cheesesteaks, burgers and subs, is an exciting alternative to the typical quick-service restaurant. The MR. HERO® difference centers on the food! MR HERO® has grilled food offerings, such as the signature Romanburgers and Ribeye Hero, the Grilled Chicken Philly, hot buttered cheesesteaks and Potato Waffer Fries. The extensive menu also boasts an assortment of deli subs, fresh salads, pasta and an array of sides and desserts. MR. HERO ® is Keepin' It Fresh!

Franchisor Background

Year Established:  1969

Franchising Since:  1969

Operating Units:

Franchised Units:

107

89.2%
Company-Owned Units:1310.8%
 
Total Operating Units:
120
100.0%
 
Geographic Distribution:
U.S.:120100%In 7 States
Canada:00%In 0 Canadian Provinces
International:00%In 0 Foreign Countries
 
Total:
120
100.0%
 
 
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
DensityUnits
1. Virginia2
2. Ohio112
3. North Carolina3

Registered in Following Registration States: Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, New York, Virginia, District Of Columbia

Financial Requirements

Investment:
Minimum Net Worth: $250K
Cash Investment:$40-75K
Total Investment:$75-300K
Average Total Investment:$188K
 
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:$16.5K
Average Franchise Fee:$16K
On-Going Royalty:5.5%
Average Royalty:6%
Advertising Fee:5%
 
Average Number of Employees: 4 Full-time, 8 Part-time

Space Needs (in square footage): 1,500

Preferred Sites: Free-standing Building, Storefront, Strip Center, Regional Mall

Other Sites: Co-Brand

Encourage Conversions? Yes

Earnings Claims Provided?: No

Franchisee Qualifications
 
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important):
Financial Net Worth:5
General Business Experience:3
Specific Industry Experience:3
Formal Education:2
Psychological Profile:5
Personal Interview(s):4
 
Terms of Contract
 
Term of Initial Contract:20 Year(s)
Term of Renewal Period:20 Year(s)
Passive Ownership:Allowed, But Discouraged
Area Development Agreements?Yes, for 1 Year(s)
Sub-Franchising Contracts?Yes
Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory?Yes
 
Support and Training
 
International Franchise Association:Yes
Canadian Franchise Association:No
Franchisee Association/Member:No
Size of Corporate Staff: 40
Site Selection Assistance?Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance?Yes
Financial Assistance?Yes, Direct
 
Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:No
National Advertising:No
Regional Advertising:No
Local Advertising:No
Marketing Materials:None Specified
Additional Services:None Specified
Other Marketing Support:None Specified
 
On-Going Support:
Central Data Processing:Included in Fees
Central Purchasing:Included in Fees
Field Operation Evaluation:Included in Fees
Field Training:Included in Fees
Initial Store Opening:Included in Fees
Inventory Control:Included in Fees
Franchisee Newsletter:Included in Fees
Regional or National Meetings:Included in Fees
800 Telephone Hotline:Included in Fees
 
Training:
1. Cleveland, OH4 Weeks
 
Expansion Plans
 
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 20

U.S.:

Yes, NE, E, SE, S, MW
Canada:No
Overseas:No